Fujifilm Starts Fixing Light Leak Problems on the X-T1

Just days after users started spotting light leak issues on their Fujifllm X-T1 cameras; the Japanese camera company has officially acknowledged the issue and is issuing a repair service to correct it. Fuji Rumors spotted a Fujifilm Japan document detailing the free repair service is available to affected X-T1, which may include models with serial numbers between 41002001 to 41006000.

The document also confirmed the issue was visible when the left-side port door is left open. Concerned users should contact Fujifilm repair service center. According to Fuji Rumors, one United Kingdom reader received a message instructing him to provide his full UK address and the serial number of the camera. After which he would receive a pre-paid special bag or box collect the camera to be “repaired with the utmost of care and urgency.”